Seattle - The Council's Public Safety, Civil Rights and Technology Committee will host a working discussion with residents of the Beacon Hill neighborhood on a pilot project to install new broadband equipment for higher internet speeds.

The pilot will implement new mitigation procedures to support broadband deployment, while expanding input opportunities for all residents served by a proposed broadband project. The pilot project is intended to strike a balance between upgrading and deploying next generation broadband equipment and maintaining a neighborhood's character and aesthetics.

"We are listening to the concerns of the residents in Beacon Hill and acting to change the way the city does business to deliver next generation broadband speeds," said Councilmember Bruce Harrell. "Reliable, high-speed broadband service is critical to develop our local economy, small businesses and capacity to telecommute to work."